Five years later, Leon Steves joined the company after serving in the United States Air Force, during which time he was introduced to the science and art of surveying.He became a partner in 1981 and the company adopted the new name of Van Dusen & Steves.

After John retired in 1984, Leon became the sole proprietor of the company and operated the business alone until his son, Matthew, became a partner in 1997.
Leon retired the following year and Matthew has since been the sole proprietor.

Five years later, Leon Steves joined the company after serving four years in the United States Air Force, during which time he was introduced to the science and art of surveying.In 1981, Leon became a partner and the company adopted the new name of Van Dusen & Steves.
When John retired in 1984, Leon became the sole proprietor of the company, leaving the name unchanged.
He operated the business alone until 1997 when his son, Matthew Steves, became a partner.
Leon retired the following year and Matthew has been the sole proprietor since.